Language requirements

If you want to study in Belgium you will be facing multiple challanges. One of the challanges are certain language requirements. Even though English might be sufficient to do your studies (since a lot of programs are taught entirely in English) your every day life will most likely require the knowledge of either one of the Belgian national languages, i.e. French or Dutch.

To make sure you will be able to deal with your every day challanges we propose you to get you fit for the Diplôme d'étude en langue francaise (DELF). The DELF is a certification program offered by the French government and accepted by French speaking universities to prove your language level:

DELF : diplôme d'études en langue française

DELF A1This level recognises basic knowledge. It is the most basic level at which a language is used, called the "discovery" stage. At this stage, the learnercan interact in a simple way: he/she can speak about him/herself and his/her immediate environment.Description of examinations

DELF A2
DELF A2 is based on the same principle: it recognises the linguistic competency of a basic user, considered as a social actor. The candidate can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring the most common polite phrases and exchanges of information.Description of examinations

DELF B1
At this level, the user becomes independent. He/she can maintain interaction: he/she can understand and maintain a discussion and give his/her opinion. He/she is capable of dealing with situations likely to arise in daily life.Description of examinations

DELF B2
A B2 user has a degree of independence that allows him/her to construct arguments to defend his/her opinion, explain his/her viewpoint and negotiate. At this level, the candidate has a degree of fluency and spontaneity in regular interactions and is capable of correcting his/her own mistakes.Description of examinations

Find further information on this certification program of the French minister of education on : http://www.ciep.fr/

TOEFL : Test Of English as a Foreign Language

Some Belgian universities, especially those offering full English programs, may ask their applicants to provide a TOEFL score as proof of their English language proficiency.

The TOEFL test is the most widely respected English-language test in the world, recognized by more than 9,000 colleges, universities and agencies in more than 130 countries, including Australia, Canada, the U.K. and the United States. Wherever you want to study, the TOEFL test can help you get there.

The TOEFL iBT test measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level. And it evaluates how well you combine your listening, reading, speaking and writing skills to perform academic tasks.

More than 27 million people from all over the world have taken the TOEFL test to demonstrate their English-language proficiency. The average English skill level ranges between Intermediate and Advanced.

More information about the most widely accepted English language certificate can also be found on the following website : http://www.ets.org/toefl/